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Sanjiv Goenka (left) and KL Rahul.© X (previously Twitter)
A video of KL Rahul and Lucknow Tremendous Giants’ proprietor Sanjiv Goenka had gone viral on web throughout IPL 2024. The facet suffered an embarrassing 10-wicket loss to SunRisers Hyderabad, after which Goenka was seen scolding the then LSG captain Rahul. The video shaped divided opinions, however the act certainly put Goenka in a foul image. Forward of IPL 2025 Public sale, Rahul was launched by the franchise after taking part in three seasons for them. Goenka has now talked about his emotions about Rahul. He termed him a “shareef insaan” and mentioned he has each respect and love for him.
“KL Rahul has always been family for me and he will remain that way. He captained Lucknow for three years and have shown great results during his tenure. I genuinely wish for his good, no matter what happens,” Goenka mentioned on the TRS podcast.
“Shareef insan hai (He is a good person),” mentioned Goenka whereas speaking about Rahul. “He is a very honest person and I wish that everything good happens to a honest person like him. He is also very talented and I wish he displays his talent to the world. I am very sure he will do well. My best wishes are with him.”
Recalling the notorious incident that had the cricket world speaking, Goenka mentioned that such sentimental moments occur and they need to not hamper the connection.
“There are moments when you have sentiments and there is an expression to that sentiment. But that doesn’t impact the relationship. Or shouldn’t impact the relationship. Mere dil se toh main itna hi kahunga ke izzat bhi hai aur pyaar bhi hai (I respect and love him).”
Rahul was anticipated to fetch a sum of over Rs 20 crore at IPL 2025 Public sale, however he was purchased by Delhi Capitals for Rs 14 crore.
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